paddling trips
Calling all Die-Hard Paddlers
96 Vaughan St, Lakeville MA 96 Vaughan St, Lakeville, MA, United StatesLet's paddle the Nemasket River! This trip is for intermediate and advanced paddlers only due to the water temperature. Wet or dry suits are recommended. Bring a change of clothes in a dry bag or ziploc just in case. Signing up for this event is a 3-step process: 1. Register here 2. Pay using PayPal. 3. Download, print and sign the Liability Waiver and bring it with you on the day of the event. Forms will be available if you don't have one. Remember, your sign-up isn't complete until you've paid. Rain Date is Saturday April 6, 2019. If you…
Help us Clear the Snake River
Snake River 7 Bay Road, Norton, MA, United StatesThe Snake River is getting overgrown, making it difficult and unsafe to pass. Come help us clear some of the brush and make it a fun day! Some tools will be provided but if you've got a chain saw, pole pruner, loppers, pruners or a hand saw we could certainly use some more equipment. We'll work in teams to keep one another safe. Bring a lunch. After clearing the river we will paddle down to Lake Sabbatia and stop half-way to eat. Also bring a change of clothes in a dry bag or ziploc just in case. Please register here.…
Paddle the Mattapoisett River – part 1
200 Rounseville Road, Rochester, MA 200 Rounseville Road, Rochester, MA, United StatesThis river is BEAUTIFUL - it reminds me of being in Oz. It's small and windy at the beginning. We will start at Rt 105 in Rochester. Use 200 Rounseville Rd Rochester in your GPS. We’ll paddle for a while, take a break for lunch, and finish up at Wolf Island Road in Rochester. I do not recommend this trip for beginners. It is best suited for boats 14' or under. Please bring a lunch, plenty of water and change of clothes in a ziploc bag. Here’s a preview of the trip, except we’ll be going in at Rounseville Rd.…
Paddle the Mattapoisett River – part 2
140 Wolf Island Road, Rochester MA 140 Wolf Island Road, Rochester, United StatesThis river is BEAUTIFUL - it reminds me of being in Oz. It's small and windy at the beginning. We will start at 140 Wolf Island Rd, Rochester. We’ll paddle for a while, take a break for lunch, and finish up at Rt 6 in Mattapoisett. I do not recommend this trip for beginners. It is best suited for boats 14′ or under. Please bring a lunch, plenty of water and change of clothes in a ziploc bag. Signing up for this event is a 3-step process: 1. Register here 2. Pay using PayPal. 3. Download, print and sign the…
Paddle the Snake River
Snake River 7 Bay Road, Norton, MA, United StatesThis is a windy river with many tight turns and is challenging for beginners. The trip is suitable for boats 12 feet and under. Bring a lunch. There is a bridge where we may have to portage so we'll stop there to eat. Directions: Take exit 9 on 495, Bay Street. Head north towards Winnecunnet Pond. You will pass King Philip Road on your left and in 50 yards you will pass over the river. The parking lot is immediately on your right, just after the bridge. Signing up for this event is a 3-step process: 1. Register here 2.…
Paddle the Lower Nemasket River
Oliver Mill Park, Middleboro 8 Nemasket St, Middleboro, MA, United StatesThis is a 6.5 mile trip from Oliver Mill on Route 44 to Titicut Street in Middleboro. Water levels are still high so it could be easy. This river has easy curves but there are several trees we will have to maneuver around. Good upper body strength will be needed to go the 6.5 mile length. Bring a lunch. We'll stop half way and take a break. This is an absolutely beautiful river! Lots of wildlife - blue herons, turtles, so much more. Maybe we'll see some flowers/blooms along the way too. Signing up for this event is a 3-step…
Taunton River Wild & Scenic River Run
Oliver Mill Park, Middleboro 8 Nemasket St, Middleboro, MA, United StatesOvernight Canoe/Kayak Trip First day, the trip begins at Oliver Mill Park, Nemasket Street near Route 44 in Middleborough. Check-in time is 9 a.m. on Saturday at Oliver Mill. Drop off your canoe/kayak at Oliver Mill and your drive car to Titicut Reservation on Beech St. You'll be given a ride back to Oliver Mill for the start of the trip. Day one ends at Titicut Reservation (overnight stay optional). Second day, (Sunday) check-in time is 9 a.m. at Titicut Reservation. Again, you'll leave your canoe/kayak and drive your car to Weir Waterfront Park. You'll be given a ride back…
Paddle the Taunton River – Part 1
6 Titicut St, Middleboro MA 6 Titicut St, Middleboro, MA, United StatesDue to high winds from Hurricane Dorian on Saturday we have rescheduled this trip to September 14. The Taunton River is an easy river, great for anyone wanting to try kayaking or who hasn't been in a while. This will be a 8 mile trip so beginners will need good upper body strength and balance. We'll paddle for a few miles, stop for lunch and then continue on to South Street East in Raynham. Bring a lunch, plenty of water and sunscreen. Low water conditions will cause this trip to be rescheduled. If you would like to do this trip…
Paddle the Taunton River – Part 2
Taunton River 9 South Street East, Raynham, MA, United StatesDUE TO THE WEATHER WE ARE RESCHEDULING THIS TRIP TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2019. Everything else remains the same. This trip picks up where my Sept 7 trip ends. If you do both trips you will see most of the Wild & Scenic Taunton River! Check in time is 9:30 a.m. The trip will begin at 10 a.m. at the launch site, South Street East in Raynham diagonally across from the Riverbend Condominiums. The trip will end approximately four hours later (2 p.m.) at the Weir Riverfront Park on East Water Street in Taunton. Shuttle service will be provided by…
Sunday Morning Paddle on the Taunton
Sunday, October 9, 2022 8:30am -11:30am Join Nemasket Kayak Center guides on a tour of the beautiful Taunton River. We'll launch from the boat ramp area located at West Water Street, Taunton and paddle downriver to Dighton Rock State Park. Open to all ages. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants MUST: be able to swim, sign a waiver and wear a life jacket Be sure to bring water, sunscreen and hat Cost: If bringing your own boat- $40; If renting a boat- TRWA Non-Member-$69, TRWA Member-$62 Space is limited. Pre-registration required. For more information or…